May marks the beginning of the rainy season, but the showers are usually short and followed by sunshine. Swimming and sunbathing can still be enjoyed between the rain showers. Snorkeling and diving are possible, but visibility might be reduced due to rain. Surfing can be good during this month, as the swells start to pick up. Also consider one of our other suggestions for May.
May marks the beginning of the rainy season in Costa Rica, leading to a decrease in tourist numbers. The beach at Playa Manuel Antonio may still have some visitors, but it is generally less crowded than during the high season. The weather can be a mix of sunny and rainy days, but the rain typically falls in the late afternoon or evening.
The average maximum temperature in Playa Manuel Antonio in May is 30°. The average maximum temperature is 30° in the previous month and 30° in the next month.
The average temperature in Playa Manuel Antonio in May is 25°. The average temperature ranges is 25° in the previous month and 25° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Playa Manuel Antonio in May is 23°. The minimum temperature is 22° in the previous month and 23° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Playa Manuel Antonio in May are 12.6 and there are 5.6 hours of sunshine per day on average during May making it a sunny month that is overcast at times.
The ultraviolet index in Playa Manuel Antonio in May is typically 14.4 during May. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Playa Manuel Antonio in May is 28.3° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.
The average total rainfall in Playa Manuel Antonio in May is 31.8cm and on average there are 19 rainy days in May making it a wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Playa Manuel Antonio in May is 20° which is somewhat uncomfortable for most people in cities but fine on a beach. The dew point is 18° in the previous month and 20° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Playa Manuel Antonio in May is typically 88.1%. The maximum relative humidity is 78.3% in the previous month and 90.2% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Playa Manuel Antonio in May is typically 71.4%. The average relative humidity is 61% in the previous month and 73.8% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Playa Manuel Antonio in May is typically 26kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 29kmh in the previous month and 23kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Playa Manuel Antonio in May is typically 14kmh. The average wind speed is 19kmh in the previous month and 13kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Playa Manuel Antonio in May is from the East-Northeast.
